The construction of three solar power plants generating a total of 150 MW of electricity is expected to start in the first quarter of 2016. Located in Sindh province, the photovoltaic plants involve an initial investment of nearly US$300 million. The projects would be completed in about a year’s time. An additional 150 MW is planned to be developed in the second stage, bringing the total investment to nearly US$ 600 million.

Advisor to PM, Mr. Sartaj Aziz; MoS for Education, Mr. Baligh ur Rahman; Special Assistant to PM, Mr. Tariq Fatemi were also present on the occasion.